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1920s Antique European Portuguese Arriolos Rug 15'7'' X 12'1''
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Arraiolos rugs represent the epitome of the Portuguese textile industry, but their origin dates back to a place far from their namesake. To understand what makes these sought-after rugs so special, we must look back at their rich and interesting history. In so doing we will discover how lucky we are to still be able to see these amazing artworks being made today.
It is commonly thought that the best and most beloved carpet designs originated in Persia centuries ago. So how did the Arraiolos rug get its name from a town in Portugal? The answer involves digging into the political shifts that occurred in Iberia from the 14th to 16th centuries. The Moors dominated the culture of this area for hundreds of years, until their defeat in 1492 at the hands of a newly unified Christian Spain.
During the time of Moorish rule, the culture of the Middle East, including Persian textile techniques, traveled easily to Iberia. It is speculated that this is in part because Moorish nobility would often travel with skilled rug-makers in their entourages. These nobles and their artisans dwelt in the town of Evora for more than 400 years, and during this period these textile masters would have taught their skills to local craftsmen.
In 1492, Queen Isabella expelled the Moors from Spain, and some of them fled west to Portugal, settling in the town of Arraiolos. In 1511, Portugal expelled the Moors as well, but the locals had already absorbed the knowledge of embroidery and carpet-making.
- Dimensions:Width: 145 in (368.3 cm)Length: 187 in (474.98 cm)
- Style:Empire (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1920
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- Seller Location:Los Angeles, US
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